Tome of Salvation (2nd)
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It is a world of grim and perilous adventure¸ where loathsome rat-men plot and conspire¸ where the hordes of Chaos tumble out of the north. One's neighbour may just well be a vile Mutant¸ and Witch Hunters prowl the lands¸ burning and killing any they suspect of being in league with the Ruinous Powers. Mortals have only one recourse in the face of this horror and suffering: the Gods. Yet despite their great power¸ theses deities are not the sheltering patrons of mortality. Rather¸ they are inexplicable forces of nature¸ often as dangerous as those from whom mortals seek protection. They must be placated¸ appeased and worshipped if their dreadful attentions are to be drawn. Tome of Salvation provides a detailed look at religion in the Empire¸ exploring faith's role and function within the nation's convoluted and complex society. Inside this massive sourcebook you will find:
• A detailed history of religion in the Empire¸ filled with fascination details to spark countless adventures.
• Full entries on each of the gods¸ including their nature¸ strictures¸ priests and more.
• Extensive overviews of the various expressions of faith in the Old World¸ covering everything from folk religion to zealots¸ fanatics and other extremes of worship.
• Details on other gods¸ ranging from Bloody-Handed Khaine to Handrich¸ from the gods of the Orcs to the insane patron of the Chaos Dwarfs.
• A look at festivals and holy days in the Old World¸ including a complete Imperial calendar.
• An examination of the lives of Old World priests¸ their training and hierarchy¸ and extensive details on the laity¸ temple warriors and other affiliated characters.
• New petty magic and lesser magic spells like Strengthened Resolve and Vow.
• Expanded spells for priests of the nine major gods as well as spell lists for several minor gods¸ including Gunndred and Handrich.
• New rituals¸ relics and artefacts¸ including the Pauper's Box and Jade Amulet.
• New careers such as the Crusader and Temple Guardian.
• And much more!
Tome of Salvation is an invaluable sourcebook for both Players and Game Masters¸ providing useful tools and information for characters of a religious bent and great material from which GMs can build adventures of their own design. With the information contained in this sourcebook¸ you can stand strong before the gathered hordes of Chaos¸ emboldened by the power of the gods!